Chana Masala
A flavorful Indian chickpea curry made with aromatic spices, tomatoes, and fresh herbs. This hearty vegetarian dish combines chickpeas with garam masala, turmeric, and ginger for an authentic taste.
4 servings
20 min
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •1 large onion
- •2 cloves garlic
- •2 cans chickpeas
- •1 teaspoon garam masala
- •½ teaspoon turmeric
- •2 teaspoons ginger
- •2 large tomatoes
- •1 tablespoon lemon juice
- •¼ cup cilantro
- •1 pinch salt
- •2 cups rice
- •2 cups quinoa
- •2 cups couscous
- •optional
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. Heat the oil in a wide skillet. Add the onion and sauté until translucent. Add the garlic and continue to sauté until the onion is golden.
8 min
- 2.
2. Add the chickpeas, garam masala, turmeric, ginger, tomatoes, lemon juice, and about 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. This should be moist and stewlike, but not soupy; add a little more water, if needed.
10 min
- 3.
3. Stir in the cilantro and season with salt. Serve on its own in shallow bowls or over a hot cooked grain, if desired.
2 min